Summer Placement Review

by Centrica

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.8/5
  • The Role
    4.1
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Working for Centrica has been incredibly insightful both on my stream and in the wider business. There is always support if you need help or want to learn more, and a really welcoming environment.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I feel very valued by my colleagues, both in terms of work and as a member of the team.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My manager and colleagues have supported me immensely with regular meetings to check how my internship is going. I can always ask for help or guidance.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Some days are quieter, but I can often find some extra learning to do.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I have been given a reasonable amount of responsibility for a project, although sometimes I do need to check things with my manager or colleagues.

    3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I study a degree which requires a high level of independent research, and my time at Centrica will be invaluable for offering a different perspective on this when I complete my final year. The work tools and approaches I have learnt will also be incredibly useful in the future.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • The atmosphere is very welcoming and I have never felt as though I wasn't part of the team, even from my first day. It's a really enjoyable environment to be in and I look forward to coming to work!

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Some things have been less clearly organised, but overall there has been a reasonable amount of communication from the team.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I have been given invaluable training in work tools, learning courses, and the opportunity to visit other company offices as well as other companies with whom we work.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym

    National Travel
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Coming back to work here would be the absolute ideal for me for a number of reasons, having already gained experience here.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Placement students have accommodation together and so we have a really great opportunity to socialise after work.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Accommodation is included, which is a fantastic opportunity - the area is expensive, but overall not awful.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • It's a very quiet area although there are some towns nearby with a bit more nightlife.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There were few within the company other than the subsidised gym and sometimes socials. However, in the local area there is a fair bit to do.

    1/5
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Details

Internship (1 Month+)

South East

July 2019

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